| Red Flag | What it means | | :--- | :--- | | The file size is under 500MB | Most Quest 2 games are 2GB to 12GB. A small file is likely a virus. | | Requires a "password" from a link shortener | They earn money per click; the file is usually fake or corrupted. | | Claims to work for online multiplayer | Impossible. Server-side checks will instantly reject a pirated APK. | | Asked to install a "custom APK installer" | This is 100% malware. Official installs only need SideQuest or adb . |
Many links found through this search term lead to pirated software. Piracy directly harms VR developers and is strictly prohibited by Meta’s policies. How to Sideload Games Safely